A little more detail…
The four-leaf clover, often called a “lucky clover,” represents luck, hop, faith and love. Its rarity adds to its allure, making it a coveted emblem of serendipity and unexpected joy. Beyond its literal form, the clover, especially the four-leaf variety, has permeated various cultural expressions, including literature and art, reinforcing its association with good fortune and positive outcomes. This ‘luckyness’ is multiplied as the sixpence coin itself is traditionally viewed as a lucky coin. Double luck.
These lovely little lucky charms are a great gift for yourself or anyone you know who was born in 1940’s, 1950’s and 1960’s. Each one is handcrafted from a genuine sixpence. The lucky four leaf clover is hand cut with a traditional jewellers saw. The gorgeous ‘antique’ patina finish is completely natural and original. Check out the drop down menu for a list of currently available years.
You are also welcome to choose the lucky sixpence as a keepsake lucky token to be carried in a purse or wallet. If this option is cozen the design will be created without the necklace loop so it sits flat in a pocket or purse. Size : Approx 19 mm diameter
If you decide upon a silver chain you are also welcome to choose a little charm to hang from the hand wrought silver ‘hairy growler’ safety hook. These are also 100 % hand made and recycled from silver, bronze and copper coins.
The lucky sixpence tradition, where the coin is given as a symbol of good luck, has its roots in British history, particularly in wedding and Christmas traditions. Introduced in 1551 during the reign of Edward VI, the sixpence was a circulating coin for centuries. Its association with good luck is linked to various customs, including placing it in a bride’s shoe or including it in a Christmas pudding. The lucky sixpence lore has been firmly establish through many of our traditions. These traditions are part of the soul of our culture.
Origins of the Sixpence as a Lucky Charm:
Wedding Tradition:It’s common for a sixpence to be placed in a bride’s shoe to wish her good fortune. This practice is thought to have originated in the early 1600s when the Lord of the Manor presented the coin as a wedding gift, and later, it became a customary dowry gift.
Christmas Pudding Tradition:Another tradition involves placing a sixpence in the Christmas pudding before it’s cooked. The person who finds the sixpence in their portion on Christmas Day is said to have good luck for the coming year. This tradition is believed to have started during Victorian times, specifically on the Sunday before Advent, known as “Stir Up Sunday,” according to The East India Company Collections.
Fairies and the Sixpence:Some folklore suggests that fairies would reward a tidy maid or housewife by leaving a sixpence in her shoe.
The Sixpence’s History as a Coin:The sixpence was first struck in 1551, during the reign of Edward VI, and was initially a silver coin. It was a popular coin in British pre-decimal coinage for over 400 years. It was demonetized in 1980, but its legacy as a lucky charm endures.
The sixpence’s journey from a circulating coin to a symbol of good luck is a testament to its enduring presence in British culture and tradition.
Michelle Gillespie –
Beautiful!
This is a beautiful piece! Love all your work!
Mrs Mint –
LOVE!!!!
I love my necklace and keep it on all the time. It has been admired so many times! Thank you!
rachael –
fab!
Bought as a lucky gift for my mother…now a treasured necklace.
Preeti Lawson –
Amazing x
Just stunning x
lanarkshirelass –
thoughtful gift from my daughter. its gorgeous. a conversation piece wherever i go..
i love my lucky sixpence necklace. i believe its bringing me luck and everyone who sees it on me asks about it and where i got it. its well made and i can wear it anywhere. i love mine.
Janet B –
Nice!
i didn’t realize that I could get one from my birth year! What a great idea! Love how the stem runs right off the penny
Gina –
Memories
A sixpence is a special coin with special memories of my grandfather. ONe would be a lovely keepsake
Alison Bimson –
Lovely
Just lovely and so simple shame I can’t have one of my birth year 😉
Emma Cole –
beautiful
I’m about to order this necklace for my wedding jewellery, simple and unusual
cryssT –
lucky sixpence
This is so cute and you do such fine crafting. I really like your work.
Amanda –
Its a beautiful thing!
Its a beautiful thing! I love it! I bought it as a gift and needed it at the rush. Hairy Growler responded with lighting efficiency and it was with me within 3 days! I will definitely be shopping here again. Thank you Hairy Growler!
T –
lovely quality & very unique
Great pendant, brought for a friends Birthday & was extra special with details of her birth year, lovely quality & very unique
Gemma –
Excellent!!!
Gorgeous piece of jewellery, very happy, thank you!!
Lucy –
Well received!
Bought as a gift for a friend who’s birth year was matched by the sixpence – so as well as being delighted with the present and it’s quality, she was very touched at the extra detail of it being from her birth year. I am very pleased at the service and will use HG again and again.
Jolene –
Love, love, love it!
This is absolutely beautiful, I’ve bought it as a Christmas present for my daughter and I’m almost tempted not to give it to her!! I will definitely be dropping hints to my husband to buy me something from Hairy Growler! Communication was great – I was told when my ordered would probably arrive, when it was dispatched and how to track it. It arrived less than a week after I ordered and is packaged beautifully, thankyou so much!
Gavin –
Liking it 🙂
Prompt despatch & receipt – seems a well made product, which is for a Christmas present
Tina –
Excellent item
A really pretty unique and meaningful token. If you’re stuck for something to buy this fits the bill in so many ways.
Hannah –
Great Christmas pressie
Thank you, my mum has wanted a piece of your jewellery for ages and she was thrilled with her lucky six pence. Hopefully it’ll bring her luck in her new business venture!
Carolyn –
Thrilled to bits! Its beautiful
Leanna –
Great personal gift
My friend loved her sixpence necklace. It came beautifully packaged and exactly as pictured .
Anne-Marie (verified owner) –
Excellent
I bought this for a niece sitting exams and chose a sixpence from a significant year. I was very pleased when it arrived – a lovely, quirky, vintage gift and I know she is wearing it.
Justine –
Beautiful
I bought the sixpence necklace as a gift for a friend who has recently been diagnosed with cancer as a small token for her during her treatment and because I felt rather impotent in being able to help. Well she was delighted with the beautiful piece which is her year of birth. So many things said in a simple gift. She is wearing it the whole time and says it is her talisman. Thank you Hairy Growler!
Tina –
Nice piece of jewellery
Nice piece of jewellery.
Fiona (verified owner) –
What I expected
Most beautiful , second item I’ve bought and have not been disappointed….. Very pleased
Thank you
Louise –
A personal touch
An amazing coin and a very personal gift due to being able to choose the age of it exactly what I w anted !
cal the cat –
lovely piece
have wanted a piece of your jewelry for ages beautiful design and have worn it since (think my hubby got it wrong as I’m mad on acorn and oak leaves some how don’t think he listens lol. so I will be back to purchase my acorn and oak leaf necklace soon. love all of your designs x
Katie –
Perfect
Perfect item. Beautiful. Would reccomend and buy again.
Lucy –
Very pretty and authentic
It was a present for a friend and she absolutely loved it. So pretty, delicate and authentic.
Mark –
Lovely, unique…
My girlfriend loves her lucky sixpence necklace and wears it most days. No evidence, yet, of it actually bringing her good fortune, she is still living with me, for a start!
Rhian –
Excellent item
Bought for my husband as a Christmas present. He reports that it great, just the right size, light around his neck although he has swapped the black lace for a silver chain. Just waiting to win the lottery now !
Harriet (verified owner) –
Lovely piece
Lovely looking item, very happy it’s perfect for what I wanted it for. Thanks
Lesley –
Fabulous
I ordered a lucky sixpence but wanted it in half I spoke to Les and left it with him. Well he did an amazing job I was over the moon with it. He is inspirational and doesn’t cost the earth really good value for money if you want something different
Jenny –
Quality, unique and collective necklace
Fantastic necklace and the personalisation of not just the year on the sixpence, but the adaptation of it makes this something special. Purchased as a gift and I know that the recipient will love it.
Rose –
Stunning jewellery
If you want a special piece of jewellery look no further, everything from ordering to the delivery is done thoughtfully and with great professionalism. I can’t thank him enough. Highly recommend
Louise –
It’s a secret!
I bought this for myself … but I am not opening it until my Birthday. I am desperate to, having looked at the one I bought my mother. I know I will love it. I’ve always thought sixpences were a beautiful coin. I remember them from my childhood. So pleased to be able to get one for my birth year.
Treat yourself to something if you can, the Hairy Growler makes magnificent pieces.
Rin –
Most Excellent!
My boyfriend has been searching for a new pendant and he absolutely loves it. It’s lovely and unique and looks excellent when being worn.
Janice –
This is a well crafted momento.
I purchased one of these for my friends 60th. She is very pleased with the sixpence and I am thrilled that you were able to craft such a lovely little trinket/keepsake.
I am saving up to get something special for me next….just too many lovely things to choose from.
TC (verified owner) –
Bought this necklace as a gift for a friend but am a little jealous and am considering keeping it for myself- I’m such a bad person! Have now enquired for Hairy Growler to make our wedding bands; fingers crossed and watch this space!
traceybaston65 (verified owner) –
I’ve ordered one for my partner with his birth year on it, its for his 60th birthday. Your work is second to non Les, its a beautiful piece and my partner loves it. Thank you
kategreg (verified owner) –
Absolutely beautiful. The detail and work gone into the carving is exquisite. A gift for my Mother who was over the moon and the little heart charm is an adorable finishing touch. I wish I had got one for myself. This is the 2nd piece of jewellery I have had from Les and I will most definitely be coming back for more. Great communication and came lovely packaged and in time for Christmas. I can’t thank you enough for the smile it brought to my mums face.
Melanie Rothman (verified owner) –
I ordered a 1920 lucky sixpence for my partner for his birthday and he loves it. Not only beautifully crafted, with lots of attention to detail (including in the packaging too), but a historical piece with plenty of meaning.